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Ultimate New Zealand Quiz: 130+ Questions and Answers about New Zealand! (including 2 Picture Rounds)

Are you looking for an awesome New Zealand Quiz? We are here to help!

New Zealand is a beautiful country and there is much to know about it. If you are always up for a pub quiz or want to organise a trivia night with your friends, this will be perfect for you!

You’ll find over 100 questions about New Zealand including history, geography, food, picture rounds and more!

So, grab a piece of paper and a pen and let’s get started with this quiz about New Zealand.

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Questions about New Zealand

In this first section, you will discover over 100 questions about New Zealand. If you keep scrolling down, you’ll find the answers.

Each question is worth 1 point however, there will be some opportunities to grab some bonus points!

Round 1: New Zealand General Knowledge Quiz Questions

Let’s warm up a bit with some easy questions about New Zealand.

What is the capital of New Zealand?
What is New Zealand’s official name in Maori?
What currency is used in New Zealand?
What colours are on the flag of New Zealand?
What are the two main political parties in New Zealand?
What is the nickname given to New Zealanders?
Who was the first European to arrive in New Zealand? (+ Bonus point for his nationality)
Who is New Zealand’s monarch?
How many official languages are there in NZ?
What are the two national anthems of New Zealand? (1 point each)

Round 2: New Zealand General Knowledge Multiple Choice Quiz Questions

3,518 metres
3,754 metres
3,945 metres
4,289 metres
Abolish slavery
Legalise same-sex marriage
Give women the right to vote
Give workers paid holidays
Athens of the South
Paris of the South
Edinburgh of the South
London of the South

Round 3: New Zealand geography Quiz Questions

What is the name of the strait that separates the North and South Islands?
What is the largest lake in New Zealand?
What is the largest city in New Zealand?
What is the highest mountain peak in New Zealand?
How many regions are there in New Zealand?
What is the highest range of mountains in Australasia?
What is the largest glacier in New Zealand?
On which island can you find the Canterbury Plains?
What is the longest river in New Zealand?
In which city can you find the Sky Tower?

Round 4: Famous Landmarks in New Zealand Picture Quiz Questions

Name the New Zealand landmark on each photo. You can get 1 bonus point if you name the city where number 8 is located in.

Round 5: New Zealand Music Quiz Questions

Old tramway in downtown Christchurch, New Zealand

Which singer from New Zealand is known for the songs “Royals”, “Green Light” and “Perfect Places”?
Where was Anika Moa born?
Who sang “Something in the water” in 2010?
Which Dunedin band is best known for the song “Down in Splendour”?
Which New Zealand musician has been playing with Fleetwood Mac since 2018?
Who released a song called ‘Nature’ in 1969?
During which decade was the song ‘Don’t dream it’s over’ by Crowded House released?
Complete the title of this Dave Dobbyn with Herbs song ‘Slice of ______’.
Who sang ‘She speeds’ in 1987?
Which country is in the title of this Dragon song ‘April Sun in _____’.

Round 6: New Zealand Literature Quiz Questions

Which New Zealand author is known as one of the “Queens of Crime”?
Which New Zealand children’s author wrote “The Haunting”?
What was the first poetry collection published by a Maori author?
Which New Zealand author wrote “In a German Pension”?
Which New Zealand poet used to live in Jerusalem?
Which book by Albert Wendt won the 1980 New Zealand Wattie Book of the Year Award?
Which book from Alan Duff was adapted in a movie in 1994?
Who wrote “An angel at my table”?
Which book by Llyod Jones is a fictional take on the 1925 New Zealand rugby tour of Britain?
In which country is “The Vintner’s Luck” by Elizabeth Knox set in?

Round 7: New Zealand Movies Quiz Questions

village of Hobbiton in Matamata, New Zealand

When was the first movie shot in New Zealand?
In which town can you find the Hobbiton?
In which Netflix movie does Gabriela Diaz win a “win an inn” in New Zealand contest?
Which Taiki Waititi film stars James Rolleston and Te Aho Eketone-Whitu?
Which New Zealand movie won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1993?
Who directed “Whale Rider”?
Which 1994 movie tells the story of the Hekes, a family descended from Maori warriors?
Who directed “Hunt for the Wilderpeople”?
What type of movie is “What we do in the shadows”?
Who’s story does “About the World’s Fastest Indian” tell the story of?

Round 8: New Zealand TV Shows Quiz Questions

Which New Zealand TV show was spurred into new versions in the UK (Honest) and the USA (Scoundrels)?
What is the name of the mysterious cult in “The cult”?
Which New Zealand TV series was created by James Griffin and Rachel Lang?
Who plays Dave Robinson in “Step Dave”?
Which mockumentary-style comedy tells the story of 2 cousins on their quest to find Maori brides?
Where was “The Brokenwood Mysteries” filmed?
In “Nothing Trivia”, where do the 5 characters meet?
Who plays Cody in “Go Girls”?
What is the longest running soap opera in New Zealand?
In which decade did the show ‘Country Calendar’ start?

Round 9: New Zealand History Quiz Questions

What is the name of the treaty that was signed in 1840 by the British Crown and Maori chiefs?
Who was appointed as the first Māori King in 1858?
In which city did the Battle of Manners Street happen (Bonus point for the year)?
When were the first Māori MPs elected to Parliament?
What event does Anzac Day mark on the 25th of April?
When did the New Zealand Wars begin and end?
When did civil unions come into effect (year)?
How many years did “Six O’Clock Swill” last?
When was the Hawke’s Bay Earthquake (1 point for the year, 2 points for the full date)?
Who was the first female Prime Minister of New Zealand?

Round 10: New Zealand food Quiz Questions

New Zealand is a great destination for foodies! The produce are amazing and there are loads of traditional recipes. Here are 8 questions about food in New Zealand.

What is the name of the traditional New Zealand Māori method of cooking food using heated rocks buried underground?
What NZ sweet is red sugar-coated chocolate balls with orange inside?
What kind of fish, only found in New Zealand, is a Paranephrops?
What does “L&P” stand for?
What is a Kina?
Which burger sold by McDonald’s in New Zealand has beetroot and griddle egg inside?
Which desert do Australians and New Zealanders both claim as their own?
What traditional dish consists of fried small fish in an omelette?
What type of food is called Manuka?
What type of food is Kumara?

Round 11: New Zealand sport Quiz Questions

In this round, you’ll find various questions about sport in New Zealand.

What is the name of the national rugby team of New Zealand?
Which adrenaline activity was invented in New Zealand?
Who was the first person to climb Mount Everest (hint – he was from New Zealand)?
How many times did New Zealand win the Rugby World Cup?
What is the second most popular sport in New Zealand?
What sport do the New Zealand Breakers play?
What is the most popular women’s sport in NZ?
Which marathon did Dave McKenzie win in 1967?
What is the nickname of the football national team of New Zealand?
Who was New Zealand’s first Olympic medallist?
Which New Zealand golfer won the US Open Golf Championship in 2005?
What sport is Richard Hadlee known for?
Who was New Zealand’s first female Olympic medallist?
When is the last time New Zealand qualified for the FIFA World Cup?
How old was Lydia Ko when she first reached number 1 in the Women’s World Golf Rankings?

Round 12: Funny Quiz Questions about New Zealand

There are many fun facts to know about New Zealand. If you are looking for some funny questions, this round is for you!

Waikato River at Aratiatia, Taupo New Zealand

Which Prime Minister appointed someone the official “Wizard of New Zealand”?
Which NZ airport has a functional railway line crossing the main runway?
For which island did the New Zealand mint produce Pokemon coins?
Where in New Zealand can you eat in a McDonalds located in a decommissioned DC3 plane?
During the 1983 Royal tour (with Prince Charles and Princess Diana), with which New Zealand iconic toy did Prince William play with?
New Zealand is home to the town with the longest name in the world. How many characters is the name?
In the 2001 census, over 53,000 people marked “something” as their religion. What was this something?
Which fish is featured in the giant statue in the town of Rakaia?
Who is the ‘official wizard of New Zealand’?
True or False – The Kiwi Fruit is actually from China.

Round 13: New Zealand Cities MCQ Picture Quiz Answers

Questions and Answers about New Zealand

Yay! You made it through all the trivia questions about New Zealand! Congrats! Now is the time to discover the answers and how many points you scored!

Round 1: New Zealand General Knowledge Quiz Answers

What is the capital of New Zealand? Wellington
What is New Zealand’s official name in Maori? Aotearoa
What currency is used in New Zealand? New Zealand Dollar
What colours are on the flag of New Zealand? Blue, red and white
What are the two main political parties in New Zealand? National and Labour
What is the nickname given to New Zealanders? Kiwi(s)
Who was the first European to arrive in New Zealand? (+ Bonus point for his nationality) Abel Tasman, Dutch
Who is New Zealand’s monarch? Queen Elizabeth II
How many official languages are there in NZ? Two. Te reo Māori (the language Māori) and New Zealand Sign Language.
What are the two national anthems of New Zealand? (1 point each) “God defend New Zealand” and “God Save the Queen”

Round 2: New Zealand General Knowledge Multiple Choice Quiz Answers

How tall is Aoraki Mount Cook? 3,754 metres
When did Captain Cook come to the islands? 1769
When did New Zealand gain independence from Britain? 1947
What animal can you find on a 1 dollar coin? Kiwi
In 1893, New Zealand became the first country to do what? Give women the right to vote
What is a Tuatara? Reptile
When was NZ Rugby Football Union founded? 1892
When was New Zealand first Poppy Day? 1922
What is the nickname given to the city of Dunedin? Edinburgh of the South
What type of animal is a Kea? A bird (a parrot to be exact)

Round 3: New Zealand geography Quiz Answers

What is the name of the strait that separates the North and South Islands? Cook Strait
What is the largest lake in New Zealand? Lake Taupo
What is the largest city in New Zealand? Auckland
What is the highest mountain peak in New Zealand? Aoraki Mount Cook
How many regions are there in New Zealand? 16
What is the highest range of mountains in Australasia? Southern Alps
What is the largest glacier in New Zealand? The Tasman Glacier
On which island can you find the Canterbury Plains? South Island
What is the longest river in New Zealand? Waikato River
In which city can you find the Sky Tower? Auckland

Round 4: Famous Landmarks in New Zealand Picture Quiz Answers

Maungakiekie/One Tree Hill
Tongariro Crossing
Aoraki Mount Cook
Rotorua Hot Springs
Cathedral Caves
Moeraki Boulders
The Sky Tower, Auckland
Tane Mahuta

Round 5: New Zealand Music Quiz Answers

Which singer from New Zealand is known for the songs “Royals”, “Green Light” and “Perfect Places”? Lorde
Where was Anika Moa born? Christchurch
Who sang “Something in the water” in 2010? Brooke Fraser
Which Dunedin band is best known for the song “Down in Splendour”? Straitjacket Fits
Which New Zealand musician has been playing with Fleetwood Mac since 2018? Neil Finn
Who released a song called ‘Nature’ in 1969? Fourmyula
During which decade was the song ‘Don’t dream it’s over’ by Crowded House released? 80s
Complete the title of this Dave Dobbyn with Herbs song ‘Slice of ______’. Heaven
Who sang ‘She speeds’ in 1987? Straitjacket Fits
Which country is in the title of this Dragon song ‘April Sun in _____’. Cuba

Round 6: New Zealand Literature Quiz Answers

Which New Zealand author is known as one of the “Queens of Crime”? Ngaio Marsh
Which New Zealand children’s author wrote “The Haunting”? Margaret Mahy
What was the first poetry collection published by a Maori author? No Ordinary Sun by Hone Tuwhare in 1964
Which New Zealand author wrote “In a German Pension”? Katherine Mansfield
Which New Zealand poet used to live in Jerusalem? James K Baxter
Which book by Albert Wendt won the 1980 New Zealand Wattie Book of the Year Award? Leaves of the Banyan Tree
Which book from Alan Duff was adapted in a movie in 1994? Once were Warriors
Who wrote “An angel at my table”? Janet Frame
Which book by Llyod Jones is a fictional take on the 1925 New Zealand rugby tour of Britain? The book of fame
In which country is “The Vintner’s Luck” by Elizabeth Knox set in? France

Round 7: New Zealand Movies Quiz Answers

When was the first movie shot in New Zealand? 1898
In which town can you find the Hobbiton? Matamata
In which Netflix movie does Gabriela Diaz wins a “win an inn” in New Zealand contest? Falling Inn Love
Which Taiki Waititi film stars James Rolleston and Te Aho Eketone-Whitu? Boy
Which New Zealand movie won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1993? The Piano
Who directed “Whale Rider”? Niki Caro
Which 1994 movie tells the story of the Hekes, a family descended from Maori warriors? Once were warriors
Who directed “Hunt for the Wilderpeople”? Taiki Waititi
What type of movie is “What we do in the shadows”? Mockumentary
Who’s story does “About the World’s Fastest Indian” tell the story of? Burt Munro

Round 8: New Zealand TV Shows Quiz Answers

Which New Zealand TV show was spurred into new versions in the UK (Honest) and the USA (Scoundrels)? Outrageous Fortune
What is the name of the mysterious cult in “The cult”? Two Gardens
Which New Zealand TV series was created by James Griffin and Rachel Lang? The Almighty Johnsons
Who plays Dave Robinson in “Step Dave”? Jono Kenyon
Which mockumentary-style comedy tells the story of 2 cousins on their quest to find Maori brides? Find me a Maori Bride
Where was “The Brokenwood Mysteries” filmed? Greater Auckland Region.
In “Nothing Trivia”, where do the 5 characters meet? At a pub quiz
Who plays Cody in “Go Girls”? Bronwyn Turei
What is the longest running soap opera in New Zealand? Shortland Street
In which decade did the show ‘Country Calendar’ start? 60s

Round 9: New Zealand History Quiz Answers

What is the name of the treaty that was signed in 1840 by the British Crown and Maori chiefs? Treaty of Waitangi
Who was appointed as the first Māori King in 1858? Pōtatau Te Wherowhero
In which city did the Battle of Manners Street happen (Bonus point for the year)? Wellington, 1943.
When were the first Māori MPs elected to Parliament? 1868
What event does Anzac Day mark on the 25th of April? Gallipoli landings
When did the New Zealand Wars begin and end? 1845 to 1872
When did civil unions come into effect (year)? 2005
How many years did “Six O’Clock Swill” last? 50 years
When was the Hawke’s Bay Earthquake (1 point for the year, 2 points for the full date)? 3th of February 1931
Who was the first female Prime Minister of New Zealand? Jenny Shipley

Round 10: New Zealand food Quiz Answers

What is the name of the traditional New Zealand Māori method of cooking food using heated rocks buried underground? Hangi
What NZ sweet is red sugar-coated chocolate balls with orange inside? Jaffas
What kind of fish, only found in New Zealand, is a Paranephrops? Freshwater crayfish
What does “L&P” stand for? Lemon & Paeroa
What is a Kina? Sea urchin (endemic to New Zealand)
Which burger sold by McDonald’s in New Zealand has beetroot and griddle egg inside? Kiwiburger
Which desert do Australians and New Zealanders both claim as their own? Pavlova
What traditional dish consists of fried small fish in an omelette? Whitebait fritters
What type of food is called Manuka? Honey
What type of food is Kumara? Sweet potato

Round 11: New Zealand sport Quiz Answers

What is the name of the national rugby team of New Zealand? All Blacks
Which adrenaline activity was invented in New Zealand? Bungee Jumping
Who was the first person to climb Mount Everest (hint – he was from New Zealand)? Edmund Hillary
How many times did New Zealand win the Rugby World Cup? 3 times
What is the second most popular sport in New Zealand? Cricket
What sport do the New Zealand Breakers play? Basketball
What is the most popular women’s sport in NZ? Netball
Which marathon did Dave McKenzie win in 1967? Boston Marathon
What is the nickname of the football national team of New Zealand? All whites
Who was New Zealand’s first Olympic medallist? Arthur Porritt
Which New Zealand golfer won the US Open Golf Championship in 2005? Michael Campbell
What sport is Richard Hadlee known for? Cricket
Who was New Zealand’s first female Olympic medallist? Yvette Williams
When is the last time New Zealand qualified for the FIFA World Cup? 2010
How old was Lydia Ko when she first reached number 1 in the Women’s World Golf Rankings? 17

Round 12: Funny Quiz Answers about New Zealand

Which Prime Minister appointed someone the official “Wizard of New Zealand”? Mike Moore (1990)
Which NZ airport has a functional railway line crossing the main runway? Gisborne Airport
For which island did the New Zealand mint produce Pokemon coins? Island of Niue
Where in New Zealand can you eat in a McDonalds located in a decommissioned DC3 plane? Taupō
During the 1983 Royal tour (with Prince Charles and Princess Diana), with which New Zealand iconic toy did Prince William play with? Buzzy Bee
New Zealand is home to the town with the longest name in the world. How many characters is the name? 85. Taumata whakatangi hangakoauau o tamatea turi pukakapiki maunga horo nuku pokai whenua kitanatahu
In the 2001 census, over 53,000 people marked “something” as their religion. What was this something? Jedi
Which fish is featured in the giant statue in the town of Rakaia? Salmon
Who is the ‘official wizard of New Zealand’? Ian Brackenbury Channell
True or False – The Kiwi Fruit is actually from China. True
Christchurch

60 New Zealand Quiz Questions and Answers (including 1 Picture Round)

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How well do you know New Zealand? It’s time to test your knowledge with this ultimate NZ quiz.

New Zealand is such a fascinating country. It’s famous for the Hobbit, its stunning national parks, the Maori culture and of course sports (any rugby players here?).

In this game, you will find 5 rounds of general knowledge questions and answers about New Zealand which include food, geography, history, sports, TV and more.

Make sure to get a piece of paper and a pen so you can write down your answers. That way, it will be easier to count your points.

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Round 1: Easy New Zealand Trivia Questions

What is the capital of New Zealand?
What is the largest and most populous city in New Zealand?
How many stars are there on the New Zealand flag?
Which New Zealand singer has released hits such as ‘Royals,’ ‘Team’ and ‘Green Light’?
The ‘All Blacks’ are New Zealand’s national team in which sport?
New Zealand was part of which European empire until 1947?
Who was Prime Minister of New Zealand between 2017 and 2023?
Which New Zealand city was badly damaged by an earthquake in 2011?
What is the name of the traditional Māori dance that New Zealand teams perform at the start of international sporting events?
Named after a bird, what is the colloquial term for a New Zealander?

Round 1: Easy New Zealand Trivia Questions and Answers

What is the capital of New Zealand? Wellington
What is the largest and most populous city in New Zealand? Auckland
How many stars are there on the New Zealand flag ? Four
Which New Zealand singer has released hits such as ‘Royals,’ ‘Team’ and ‘Green Light’? Lorde
The ‘All Blacks’ are New Zealand’s national team in which sport? Rugby
New Zealand was part of which European empire until 1947? The British Empire
Who was Prime Minister of New Zealand between 2017 and 2023? Kacinda Ardern
Which New Zealand city was badly damaged by an earthquake in 2011? Christchurch
What is the name of the traditional Māori dance that New Zealand teams perform at the start of international sporting events? The Haka
Named after a bird , what is the colloquial term for a New Zealander? A Kiwi

Round 2: New Zealand Multiple-Choice Questions

Titanium
Give women the right to vote
Decriminalise homosexuality
Have a female prime minister
Have an indigenous prime minister
A lizard
Seven
By touching palms
By touching noses
By bowing
By putting your hands on each others cheeks
Golf course
Basketball court
Ice rink
Roller rink
Chatham Island
Stewart Island
Auckland Island
Great Barrier Island
A sharpened bone
A shark’s tooth

Round 2: New Zealand Multiple-Choice Questions and Answers

Which US state has the closest population to New Zealand? C. Alabama
In 2021, New Zealand was the world’s biggest exporter of… a. Milk
New Zealand was the first country to… a. Give women the right to vote
The skink is one of New Zealand’s most impressive native animals, but what kind of animal is it? D. A lizard
New Zealand is famous for its sheep. How many sheep are there per person in New Zealand? B. Five
Which city would you probably stay in while visiting Hobbiton ? C. Rotorua
Hongi is a traditional Māori greeting. How is it performed? B. By touching noses
What kind of sports ground does New Zealand have more of per capita than any other country in the world? A. Golf course
What is the third largest island in New Zealand (after the North and South Islands)? B. Stewart Island
What do traditional Māori tattooists use to put ink under the skin? D. A shark’s tooth

Round 3: New Zealand Quiz – True or False

Huka Falls on Waikato River, New Zealand

New Zealand has the southernmost capital city in the world.
The stars on the New Zealand flag are arranged in the shape of the Southern Cross constellation.
The kiwi fruit is native to the North Island of New Zealand.
New Zealand has three official languages: English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language.
The closest foreign country to New Zealand is Fiji.
Nelson’s Blue Lake in New Zealand is the clearest lake in the world.
Wallabies are the only native mammals to New Zealand.
According to the 2001 census, ‘Jedi’ was the second biggest religion in New Zealand.
New Zealand is the only country in the world to have had an official national wizard.
The Australian constitution lists New Zealand as a state and the two countries have an agreement that New Zealand can join Australia whenever it chooses.

Round 3: New Zealand Quiz Answers- True or False

New Zealand has the southernmost capital city in the world. True
The stars on the New Zealand flag are arranged in the shape of the Southern Cross constellation. True
The kiwi fruit is native to the North Island of New Zealand. False, it actually comes from China
New Zealand has three official languages: English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language. True
The closest foreign country to New Zealand is Fiji. False, it’s Australia
Nelson’s Blue Lake in New Zealand is the clearest lake in the world. True
Wallabies are the only native mammals to New Zealand. False, Wallabies are not native. Bats are the only native mammal
According to the 2001 census, ‘Jedi’ was the second biggest religion in New Zealand. False, but there were more Jedis than Hindus and Buddhists.
New Zealand is the only country in the world to have had an official national wizard. True
The Australian constitution lists New Zealand as a state and the two countries have an agreement that New Zealand can join Australia whenever it chooses. True

Round 4: Medium New Zealand Trivia Questions

What is the Māori name for New Zealand?
What is the name of the channel that separates North and South Island?
What is New Zealand’s tallest mountain?
What bird is on New Zealand’s 20 dollar note?
Which New Zealand island was the site of a devastating volcanic eruption in 2019?
What public holiday do New Zealanders celebrate on the 6th of February?
Pōhutu on North Island is the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest what?
New Zealand is named after a province in which European country?
Which lake is known as the ‘inland sea of New Zealand’?
Which New Zealand movie, directed by Niki Caro, tells the story of a young Māori girl who wants to become chief of her tribe?

Round 4: Medium New Zealand Trivia Questions and Answers

What is the Māori name for New Zealand? Aotearoa
What is the name of the channel that separates North and South Island? The Cook Strait
What is New Zealand’s tallest mountain? Mount Cook/Aoraki
What bird is on New Zealand’s 20 dollar note? The New Zealand falcon
Which New Zealand island was the site of a devastating volcanic eruption in 2019? White Island/Whakaari
What public holiday do New Zealanders celebrate on the 6th of February? Waitangi Day
Pōhutu on North Island is the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest what? Geyser
New Zealand is named after a province in which European country? The Netherlands
Which lake is known as the ‘inland sea of New Zealand’? Lake Taupo
Which New Zealand movie, directed by Niki Caro, tells the story of a young Māori girl who wants to become chief of her tribe? Whale Rider

Round 5: Hard New Zealand Trivia Questions

What is New Zealand’s largest National Park?
What is the Māori name for South Island?
Which New Zealand city is sometimes called the ‘Edinburgh of the South’?
Maurice Watson was the first New Zealander to win a Nobel Prize, which he achieved for his research into what?
The second deepest ocean trench runs just off the coast of New Zealand. What is it called?
What is Prime Minister Chris Hipkins’ parliamentary constituency?
Who was the first New Zealander to win an oscar?
Which Auckland nature reserve hosts the annual Pasifika Cultural Festival?
New Zealand is one of the most tectonically active countries in the world, with the boundary of two tectonic plates running right beneath the country. Which tectonic plate is most of South Island on?
The appearance of which star cluster brings in the Māori New Year?

Round 5: Hard New Zealand Trivia Questions and Answers

What is New Zealand’s largest National Park ? Fiordland National Park
What is the Māori name for South Island? Te Waipounamu
Which New Zealand city is sometimes called the ‘Edinburgh of the South’? Dunedin
Maurice Watson was the first New Zealander to win a Nobel Prize , which he achieved for his research into what? DNA
The second deepest ocean trench runs just off the coast of New Zealand. What is it called? The Kermadec Trench
What is Prime Minister Chris Hipkins’ parliamentary constituency? Remutaka
Who was the first New Zealander to win an oscar? Anna Paquin
Which Auckland nature reserve hosts the annual Pasifika Cultural Festival? Western Springs Reserve
New Zealand is one of the most tectonically active countries in the world, with the boundary of two tectonic plates running right beneath the country. Which tectonic plate is most of South Island on? The Pacific Plate
The appearance of which star cluster brings in the Māori New Year? Matariki

Round 6: New Zealand Picture Quiz

Round 6: Answers

Christchurch
Palmerston North
New Plymouth

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With the start date of the Trans-Tasman travel bubble now set for 11:59pm Sunday 18 April, 2021 , it’s time to brush up on your New Zealand knowledge.

It’s not just us who are ready to travel between the two nations. Airlines and accommodation providers are getting ready too. Air New Zealand have announced they will launch a flight between Hobart and Auckland once quarantine-free travel is up and running .

The Rees Hotel Queenstown is ready to welcome Aussies back with a range of offers and packages and travel agents are on standby to help you book your dream trip.

To get you inspired, here’s a quick quiz to see how much you know about our neighbouring country and get you into planning mode.

How well do you know New Zealand?

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Welcome to the New Zealand Quiz! New Zealand is a country located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, known for its stunning natural beauty, rich Maori culture, and adventure tourism.

This quiz will test your knowledge about the geography, history, culture, and interesting facts about this fascinating country.

Whether you're planning a trip to New Zealand, a lover of the great outdoors, or simply interested in learning more about this amazing place, this quiz is a great way to explore New Zealand's wonders.

So, get ready to put your knowledge to the test and discover all that New Zealand has to offer!

What is the capital of New Zealand?

Christchurch

Which country was the first to give women the right to vote, New Zealand or Australia?

New Zealand

Both countries gave women the right to vote at the same time

Neither country has given women the right to vote

What is the indigenous Maori name for New Zealand?

Which of the following is not a national symbol of New Zealand?

Silver fern

Southern Cross

Which New Zealand city is known as the City of Sails?

What is the name of the indigenous Maori war dance performed by the All Blacks rugby team before matches?

Which of the following is not a popular New Zealand sport?

What is the name of the famous geothermal area in New Zealand's North Island?

Which New Zealand director won an Oscar for The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King?

Peter Jackson

Taika Waititi

Jane Campion

Which animal is not native to New Zealand?

Tuatara lizard

What is the name of the highest mountain in New Zealand?

Mount Taranaki

Mount Aspiring

Mount Egmont

Which New Zealand singer-songwriter had a hit with Royals in 2013?

Brooke Fraser

Gin Wigmore

Which New Zealand city is the southernmost city in the world with a population over 100,000?

Invercargill

What is the name of the famous New Zealand bungee jumping location?

Milford Sound

Franz Josef Glacier

Which famous movie trilogy was filmed in New Zealand?

Harry Potter

The Lord of the Rings

Indiana Jones

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17 . New Zealand Geography Multiple Choice 10 Qns This quiz is a test of your knowledge of New Zealand's geographical features. Average , 10 Qns, dumbo-rbj, Mar 19 20 Average dumbo-rbj Mar 19 20 5504 plays

19 . All About New Zealand Multiple Choice 15 Qns This is a quiz about New Zealand. See how much you know about this magnificent country. Average , 15 Qns, shivers, Jun 08 21 Average shivers Jun 08 21 5164 plays

23 . New Zealand Trivia Multiple Choice 10 Qns I have always dreamed of visiting New Zealand and I thought I should try and persuade others as well. Average , 10 Qns, pinky_perfect, Dec 01 12 Average pinky_perfect 2250 plays

24 . Various Facts About New Zealand Multiple Choice 10 Qns A short quiz on a variety of New Zealand things, ranging from history to sporting teams. Average , 10 Qns, andy_1234, Mar 16 19 Average andy_1234 Mar 16 19 2376 plays

25 . Australia or New Zealand - Which Down Under? Multiple Choice 10 Qns Outsiders often confuse Australians and New Zealanders. How well do you know your Down Under facts? Try the Down Under difference. Average , 10 Qns, fijikiwi, Jan 03 15 Average fijikiwi 1713 plays

27 . A tour of New Zealand Multiple Choice 10 Qns I've finally made a quiz that isn't on games! New Zealand is one of the most unique countries in the world. From the wildlife the the nightlife, everything's sweet as over here! Let's see how well you know the place! Average , 10 Qns, KiwiDean, Apr 11 14 Average KiwiDean 1968 plays

28 . New Zealand Godzone #2 Multiple Choice 15 Qns New Zealand is among the most beautiful countries in the world. See how much you know about this wonderful little country. Average , 15 Qns, youngmade, Apr 23 23 Average youngmade Apr 23 23 253 plays

29 . New Zealand, the Centre of the Universe Multiple Choice 15 Qns A quiz about the geography of New Zealand. Average , 15 Qns, Veandercross, Dec 28 13 Average Veandercross 380 plays

30 . Aotearoa - Coasting Around the Country Multiple Choice 15 Qns Well, we've done the touristy stuff, the political stuff and the general stuff. This quiz is about coastal features around New Zealand. Good for Kiwis or map lovers. Have fun! Average , 15 Qns, capfka, Feb 02 16 Average capfka 349 plays

31 . The New Zealand God Zone Multiple Choice 20 Qns This quiz is on a variety of facts about the best little country in the world. Tough , 20 Qns, youngmade, Jul 21 15 Tough youngmade 239 plays

32 . Physical Geography of New Zealand Multiple Choice 10 Qns This is all about the physical geography of the Land of the Long White Cloud, Aotearoa, New Zealand the best little country on earth. Tough , 10 Qns, youngmade, Aug 22 17 Tough youngmade 195 plays

33 . South Island Rivers Multiple Choice 10 Qns This is a quiz about rivers in the South Island of New Zealand. Average , 10 Qns, veryeavy, Jul 21 10 Average veryeavy 415 plays

34 . Extreme New Zealand Multiple Choice 10 Qns Test your knowledge of New Zealand's most extreme landscapes and climates. Difficult , 10 Qns, SpudKiwi, Jan 11 15 Difficult SpudKiwi 1247 plays

35 . Where am I in the South Island? Multiple Choice 15 Qns Here's some well known Kiwi places...and a few odd ones. Tough , 15 Qns, stevo140, Apr 19 17 Tough stevo140 1664 plays

36 . Epic NZ in 10 questions Multiple Choice 10 Qns This will test your NZ knowledge. Tough , 10 Qns, youngmade, Nov 22 17 Tough youngmade Nov 22 17 188 plays

37 . Plenty Remarkable Kidnappers Multiple Choice 10 Qns New Zealand has some highly interesting geographical names. This quiz takes a look at a few of them. Tough , 10 Qns, alan03, Jun 15 20 Tough alan03 Jun 15 20 961 plays

38 . New Zealand Second Place Getters. Multiple Choice 10 Qns Test your New Zealand geography knowledge. Which is the second largest, longest, highest, deepest etc.? Difficult , 10 Qns, youngmade, Feb 21 17 Difficult youngmade 161 plays

39 . A Mixture of New Zealand Multiple Choice 10 Qns Some pretty challenging questions to give those Kiwis out there something to struggle with... Very Difficult , 10 Qns, schmickgun, Nov 23 12 Very Difficult schmickgun 2631 plays

40 . New Zealand for Experts Multiple Choice 10 Qns Here's one to test the vista of your NZ knowledge. Difficult , 10 Qns, youngmade, Oct 05 17 Difficult youngmade 172 plays

41 . South Island Ski Fields Multiple Choice 10 Qns This is a quiz about ski fields in the South Island of New Zealand. The questions range from very easy to pretty difficult. Tough , 10 Qns, veryeavy, May 26 12 Tough veryeavy 296 plays

42 . The Land of the Kiwis: New Zealand Multiple Choice 10 Qns This is all about the Land of the Kiwis, so, if you're a kiwi, you know what I mean. Tough , 10 Qns, Pene_Marie, Nov 16 12 Tough Pene_Marie 975 plays

43 . New Zealand Wineries Multiple Choice 10 Qns The New Zealand wine industry is blossoming and gained much international kudos. Take this quiz and visit some of our great wine growing areas. Difficult , 10 Qns, essjaynz, Feb 21 05 Difficult essjaynz 595 plays

New Zealand Landmarks Quiz: Can You Guess All of Them?

New Zealand is a very pretty island country in the Pacific Ocean. They offer a rich culture and natural wilderness. The mountains and the beaches… Also, it is a country full of wonders both manmade and natural. New Zealand landmarks such as Moeraki Boulders and famous buildings of New Zealand such as the First Church Of Otago. These historical landmarks in New Zealand are worth a shot. We wish to help you to learn more and test your already existing knowledge with our New Zealand Landmarks Quiz.

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Where is the Sky Tower located?

Christchurch

Where can you find the Beehive?

Where is Huka Falls located?

Where will you find Aoraki/Mt Cook?

Southern Alps
Kaikoura Ranges
Tararua Ranges
Tongariro National Park

On what beach will you find the Moeraki Boulders?

Cathedral Cove

Where is Milford Sound?

North Island
South Island
Stewart Island
Rangitoto Island

Where can you find the Wanaka Tree?

Where is Split Apple Rock located?

Abel Tasman National Park
Arthur’s Pass National Park
Fiordland National Park

Where are these Maori Rock Carvings located?

Kai Iwi Lakes
Lake Rotorua

What city is the Harbour Bridge in?

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228 New Zealand Trivia Questions (Ranked From Easiest to Hardest)

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228 New Zealand Trivia Questions Ranked From Easiest to Hardest (Updated For 2024)

In 1894, New Zealand became the first country to ensure that all union workers made a certain amount of money at their job. What term is used to refer to the amount you legally have to be paid? (in New Zealand, it’s $22.70 per hour as of 2023. In the U.S., it’s $7.25 per hour) Answer: Minimum Wage
What “R” New Zealand city is home to the NBA’s Steven Adams, the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, and geothermal activity? It comes from the Māori for “second lake.” Answer: Rotorua
They’d have to wait until 1920 in the USA and 1971 in Switzerland! Thanks to the work of Kate Sheppard, among others, New Zealand was the first country in the world to give votes in national elections to what group of people? Answer: Women
Director of New Zealand’s two highest grossing domestically produced films, Taika Waititi is probably best known internationally for his helming the two most recent Marvel movies named for what blond-maned hammer enthusiast? Answer: Thor
The ANZUS Agreement of 1951 is a non-binding security agreement between Australia, the United States, and what guessable island nation? Answer: New Zealand
What kind of object is New Zealand's Tane Mahuta, which is roughly 2,000 years old, 52.2 meters high, and is the largest living kauri in the world? Answer: Tree
What “C” New Zealand Peninsula, extending north from the western end of the Bay of Plenty, forms a natural barrier that protects Hauraki Gulf and the Firth of Thames from the Pacific Ocean? Answer: Coromandel Peninsula
First created in 1907 combining a fruit juice and carbonated mineral water, what is the official name of the popular L&P drink manufactured in New Zealand and owned by Coca-Cola? Answer: Lemon & Paeroa
You’d fall asleep before you could count all 27 million of them, compared to just 5 million people. New Zealand is the country with the highest ratio of what farmyard animal to humans? Answer: Sheep
Sorry Dragon, you won't find the April Sun there. On which geographically named street is Wellington's famous Bucket Fountain? Answer: Cuba Street
Gaining popularity sine the 1980s, what is the name of the Polynesian sport that is practiced by racing canoes and other small watercraft? The seven-letter name comes from the Māori phrase for an outrigger canoe. Answer: Waka ama
Over $30,000 has been raised for breast cancer research via a donation box attached to a Cardona, New Zealand fence decorated with a collection of what clothing article? Answer: Bras
Which seaside city on the Bay of Plenty is home to the largest port in New Zealand, as well as Baypark Stadium and the Classic Flyers Museum? Answer: Tauranga
What New Zealander ended his Best Screenplay Oscar acceptance speech for "Jojo Rabbit" with "kia ora," a Māori expression of thanks? Answer: Taika Waititi
What “M” Sound in Fiordland on New Zealand’s South Island is home to Mitre Peak, as well as Stirling and Bowen Falls? It is named after a "M" Haven in Wales with the same name. Answer: Milford Sound
Representing the Southern Cross constellation, how many red stars are on the national flag of New Zealand? Answer: Four
In which resort city on Lake Wakatipu can you bungee jump off the Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge and ski The Remarkables? Answer: Queenstown
The brand Pascall owns a trademark on the name of what chocolate candy with a soft pineapple-flavored center, popular among New Zealanders? Answer: Pineapple Lumps
Mount Tongariro is a compound volcano located on which of New Zealand's islands? Answer: North Island
Which island off Auckland can you visit to tour more than 30 vineyards, take a walk along Cable Bay, and swim at Onetagi Beach? Answer: Waiheke
A neon green lake in Waiotapu, New Zealand is appropriately known as Devil's Bath, since its color comes from deposits of what stanky element? Answer: Sulphur
What city, the largest on New Zealand's South Island, is named for a college of England's famous University of Oxford? Answer: Christchurch
Known for characters such as Ken & Ken, and Camp Mother & Camp Leader, sisters Jools and Lynda are among the most popular of New Zealand's folk-singing comedy duos—under what name do they perform? Answer: The Topp Twins
Given their births in the New Zealand cities of Whangarei and Wellington, country singer Keith and Star Trek actor Karl share what apt last name? Answer: Urban
What “C” peak in Queenstown, New Zealand is a skiing mountain, whose name is the same as a crown that is commonly worn by lesser royalties, such as those with peerage? Answer: Coronet Peak
North and South Island, the two main islands of New Zealand, are separated by a strait named for what British explorer, who was the first European to sail through it and was also the first European to make contact with the Hawaiian Islands? Answer: James Cook (The Cook Strait)
You’ll find them throughout the country, but adventuring through the Waitomo Caves will give you one of the most magical experiences with which bioluminescent insect? (Hint: Like fireflies, they’re also part of the Lampyridae family) Answer: Glowworm
New Zealand’s men’s national rugby union team is more commonly known by what English monochromatic nickname? Answer: All Blacks
Referring to the uniform color of their uniforms, what two-word nickname is often used for the men's national football team of New Zealand? Answer: All Whites
Founded in 1916, which party that currently has members in parliament is New Zealand’s oldest surviving political party? Answer: The Labour Party
The puteketeke was named Bird of the Century by New Zealand conservation organization Forest and Bird, after a massive international campaign by what British-American television show host? Answer: John Oliver
New Zealand is known for its kiwifruit, which is one of the nation's major agricultural exports today. Which Asian nation are these gooseberries actually native to? Answer: China
Born with the surname Schmitz, he changed it to something more pertinent to his interests. Which Glenorchy resident has been fighting extradition to the U.S. since his arrest in 2012 for charges relating to the online file hosting site Megaupload? Answer: Kim Dotcom
In 1986, New Zealander A.J. Hackett took a (literal) leap from Greenhithe Bridge in Auckland and shortly thereafter founded the commercial industry around what thrill-seeking activity? Answer: Bungee jumping
New Zealand’s Waikato River cascades down what “H” waterfall, just north of Taupo? Answer: Huka Falls
Perhaps it was in a case of shocking luck that Anthony Starr was cast as both Jethro West and Van West in what classic New Zealand TV series? Answer: Outrageous Fortune
What is the "A" type of spirit which suggests Australian and New Zealand soldiers possess shared characteristics? The term rose in popularity based on soldiers' actions on the battlefields of World War I. Answer: Anzac spirit
What’s the fruity name of a flightless bird that lives in New Zealand? Answer: Kiwi
On its east, the New Zealand city of Auckland touches the Pacific Ocean. What is the body of water that borders Auckland to its west? Answer: Tasman Sea
What New Zealander became the first man to summit Mount Everest in 1953 alongside Tibetan mountaineer Tenzing Norgay? Answer: Sir Edmund Hillary
What Sound in Fiordland, New Zealand, part of the Tasman Sea, is also known as Patea? Its name makes it seem like the Sound is feeling uncertain about something. Answer: Doubtful Sound
Also known by a Māori name meaning “glowing skies”, by what name is the third largest island of New Zealand known? Answer: Stewart Island
In December 2021, the Associate Health Minister of which Southern Hemisphere island nation confirmed that the government would introduce legislation that would ban anyone under the age of 14 from ever legally purchasing tobacco? Answer: New Zealand
Which Northern Ireland born actor, who moved to New Zealand when he was 7, starred in the movies Jurassic Park and The Piano (both 1993), as well as appearing in the TV series Peaky Blinders? Answer: Sam Neill
Celebrated every February 6, what is the name of the national day of New Zealand, which celebrates a collection of Māori chiefs and representatives of the British Crown signing a treaty of the same name? Answer: Waitangi Day
Wendy Jarland in New Zealand holds the title of having the world's largest collection of paraphernalia related to what back-of-the-alphabet safari mammal? Answer: Zebra
Along with the U., U.S., Canada, and Australia, New Zealand is a member of which intelligence alliance known by a two-word name sometimes abbreviated to FVEY? Answer: Five Eyes
Westland Tai Poutini National Park on New Zealand’s South Island is home to what glacier with a vulpine name? Answer: Fox Glacier
Which New Zealander wrote and directed the short film Two Cars, One Night, which was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film in 2005? Answer: Taika Waititi
Niue is a self-governing coral island in free association with what larger country? This larger country is to the east of Australia. Answer: New Zealand
The University of Canterbury Mount John Observatory (UCMJO), New Zealand's premier astronomical research observatory, overlooks which South Island lake which is also home to the Church of the Good Shepherd? Answer: Lake Tekapo
A wilderness reserve at the north end of New Zealand’s South Island is named for what 17th century Dutch explorer? He was the first European explorer to reach New Zealand and Van Diemen’s Land, the latter of which was also renamed after him. Answer: Abel Tasman
Fitting for the home of Fred Dagg, a large, corrugated iron statue of what item of clothing can be found on the outskirts of Taihape? Answer: Gumboot
Te Ika-a-Maui is the name for what part of New Zealand in the Māori language? The New Zealand Geographic Board recognized this as a formal name for this part of the nation in 2009. Answer: North Island
What current NBA player for the New Orleans Pelicans was born in Rotorua, New Zealand in 1993 and played one season of basketball for the Wellington Saints in 2011? Answer: Steven Adams
In 1998, the name of Mount Cook (highest point in New Zealand) was renamed to include what Māori word? Answer: Aoraki
What medium to large sized owls can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and Flinders Island? Its dark colors, with little pockets of white, makes it look it was covered with some dark stuff, maybe from a chimney. Answer: Sooty Owl
Don't overthink it: "Enz with a Bang" was the apt name for the 1984 farewell tour of what cusp o' the '70s and '80s New Zealand rock band? Answer: Split Enz
Due to the work being done by Ishikawajima-Harima Heavy Industries, a Japanese company, the attachments added to which New Zealand landmark in the late 1960s became known as "Nippon clip-ons"? Answer: Auckland Harbour Bridge
In November 2023, the incoming New Zealand government announced that it would repeal a law created under the previous government that would have led to the eventual ban of what activity? Answer: Smoking
Kiwi country guy Keith Urban had a big hit single that name-dropped three Johns: John Cougar, John 3:16, and what heavy equipment maker? Answer: John Deere
What cult classic song by Patea Māori Club was the focus of a documentary that premiered at the 2016 New Zealand International Film Festival? Answer: Poi E
New Zealanders like to think of themselves as inventive and creative people, but these attributes don’t seem to apply to the naming of geographical features. What word precedes “Island” to name the less southern of New Zealand’s two main land masses? Answer: North
Opened in 1942 to mark the 300th anniversary of its namesake's visit to the country, what is New Zealand's smallest National Park? Answer: Abel Tasman National Park
Sometimes called a continent, what is the name of the greater geographic region that New Zealand is a part of, defined by the United Nations as including Australasia, Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia? Answer: Oceania
What synthetic chemical element, atomic number 104, is named after a famous New Zealand physicist? Answer: Rutherfordium
Which southern hemisphere country do Australia play against in the Bledisloe Cup, a competition first held in 1932? Answer: New Zealand
In November 2019, the ASB Theatre in the Aotea Centre was renamed in honor of which New Zealand performer, in acknowledgement of her work done on the world stage, as well as to mark her 75th birthday? Answer: Kiri Te Kanawa
The New Zealand glacier known in Māori as Ka Roimata o Hine Hukatere is also named in English after what 19th-century ruler of the Austro-Hungarian Empire? Answer: Franz Josef
What “F” national park in New Zealand’s South Island is known for its namesake glacier covered inlets with steep cliffs? They are also known to occur in Scandinavia. Answer: Fiordland National Park
What species of sea urchin (known as sea cookies or snapper biscuits in New Zealand, or pansy shells in South Africa) is three to four inches across, flat, and with a calcium carbonate skeleton covered with tiny spines which makes it possible for the animal to move across the ocean floor? Their round, coin-like skeletons with five-point radial symmetry can be found washed up on beaches in temperate and tropical zones. Answer: Sand dollars
The official New Zealand coat of arms includes a Māori Chieftain and a European woman. What color is the ta moko (permanent face marking) and the earring on the Chieftain? Answer: Green
Based on the daily mean temperature, what is the hottest month in New Zealand? We're basing this off of the official data from Auckland Airport from 1981 to 2010. Answer: February
What TVNZ 2 mockumentary series follows a pair of less-than-capable cops, played by Mike Minogue and Karen O'Leary, in their pursuit of supernatural criminals? Answer: Wellington Paranormal
Founded in 1869, which university that's home to "Scarfies" is the oldest in New Zealand? Answer: University of Otago
The South Island village of Punakaiki is probably best known for being the site of a series of rock formations named after what breakfast food? Answer: Pancake (The Pancake Rocks and Blowholes)
After a TV campaign by comedian John Oliver, which country's vote to name its Bird of the Century was won in a landslide by the great crested grebe, known locally as puteketeke? Answer: New Zealand
New Zealand’s Koekohe Beach, located between Moeraki and Hampden, is home to what large smooth rocks, with an oddly spherical shape? Answer: Moeraki Boulders
It is not in Wales or San Francisco, Guinness World Records confirmed again in 2019. What is the name of the official steepest street in the world located in Dunedin, New Zealand? Answer: Baldwin
The Realm of New Zealand technically includes not only the traditional provinces and territories but also Tokelau (a dependent territory), the Cook Islands and Niue (self-governing states in free association with New Zealand), and the Ross Dependency. On what well-known landmass will you find the Ross Dependency? Answer: Antarctica
Kimbra already had a top five album in New Zealand when she teamed up with Gotye for what 2012 multi-national chart-topping single? Answer: Somebody That I Used to Know
Seen in a variety of Māori art pieces, as well as in the logo of Air New Zealand, what four-letter word refers to the spiral shape of an unfurling silver fern frond? Answer: Koru
Shot partly in Pennsylvania and partly in New Zealand, what "skeletal" 2009 Peter Jackson film got Stanley Tucci a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination for playing a serial killer? Answer: The Lovely Bones
With a tuatara lizard on the reverse side, the New Zealand five cent coin was demonetized and taken out of circulation on the 1st of November of which year? Answer: 2006
What actor-director from New Zealand voiced the rock-based life form Korg in "Thor: Ragnarok," "Avengers: Endgame," and "Thor: Love and Thunder"? Answer: Taika Waititi
Known for marketing ploys like using coffin shaped boxes, the largest fast-food chain founded in New Zealand is called Hell. They specialize in what kind of food, whose invention is usually credited to Italian Raffaele Esposito? Answer: Pizza
New Zealander Taika Waititi has only directed one film which he did not write. It was a Marvel Cinematic Universe film. What's the film? Answer: Thor: Ragnarok
Karl Urban accents it up as William "Billy" Butcher, a dude fighting corrupt superheroes on what Amazon Prime show based on a Garth Ennis comic series? Answer: The Boys
It's a bit unsurprising that Temuera played Boba Fett in the second season of The Mandalorian given that the New Zealander played what previous Star Wars character in the film's prequel trilogy? Answer: Jango Fett
In "Thor: Love and Thunder," what New Zealand actor played the Greek god Zeus? This actor won an Oscar in 2001 for his performance in the movie "Gladiator." Answer: Russell Crowe
On top of playing rugby for New Zealand, who is the only person to have been the head coach of both the men's and women's national rugby teams? Answer: Wayne Smith
The long-tailed and the lesser short-tailed are the only two species of which order of mammals that are native to New Zealand? Answer: Bat
What was the name of the boat which was sunk by Opération Satanique in July 1985 by a French military action? The ship was at the Port of Auckland in New Zealand on its way to a protest against a planned nuclear test. Answer: Rainbow Warrior
What festival, the largest Pacific Island-themed festival in the world, draws over 200,000 people to Auckland every year? Answer: The Pasifika Festival
The natural light display named Aurora Australis is also known by what more common name? Answer: Southern Lights
The Māori name for New Zealand is Aotearoa. What does this mean? We'll accept responses that are reasonably close to the correct answer. Answer: The Land of the Long White Cloud
What is the name of the lake in the South Island named after a runholder alive during the 19th century? This lake is within Fiordland National Park. Answer: Lake Gunn
When listing the United Nations member states alphabetically, what nation follows immediately after New Zealand? Answer: Nicaragua
What country has won the most Cricket World Cups since 1975, last besting New Zealand 186-3 in 2015? Answer: Australia
Formed by a volcanic caldera in the center of the North Island, what is the largest lake in New Zealand? Answer: Lake Taupo
What prime minister of New Zealand, elected in 2017, became internationally known for her country’s ability to quickly curb the COVID-19 pandemic in her country in 2020? This woman with an “A” last name is the youngest ever female head of state. Answer: Jacinda Ardern
What name is given to the region of New Zealand where tourists can see movie sets used during filming of Peter Jackson’s “Lord of the Rings” films? Its name is derived from the kind of people Frodo, Samwise, and Bilbo were. Answer: Hobbiton
The Waitomo Caves in New Zealand are best known for the spectacle of seeing what insect, scientific name arachnocampa luminosa, shine a light on the cave walls? Glowworm Answer: Glowworm
Auckland is home to what observation tower that is over 1,000 feet tall? Home to the “Tower De Force” step climbing challenge, it gives you a slightly better vantage point to see the atmosphere. Answer: Sky Tower
What alliteratively named soap opera, which has aired since 1992, centers around the lives and loves of hospital workers in the fictional Auckland suburb of Ferndale? Answer: Shortland Street
What “N” island to the north of New Zealand, which self-governs while in free association with New Zealand, has its capital at Alofi? Answer: Niue
Filled with mauls, rucks, scrums, and tries, what ball game is the national sport of New Zealand? Answer: Rugby
What dessert, popular in both New Zealand and Australia and named for a famous Russian dancer, is made from crisp meringue, whipped cream, and fresh fruit? Answer: Pavlova
Which town in the South Island of New Zealand, the most populous town in the region of Marlborough, is named after a battle of 1704? A palace that was the birthplace of William Churchill is also named after this battle. Answer: Blenheim
New Zealand actress, Anna Paquin, was actually born in what country? Answer: Canada
With a total area of 12,231 square kilometers, which New Zealand region is the fifth-most populous in the country and has the Māori name Te Moana-a-Toi? Answer: Bay of Plenty
In 1996 Lockheed Martin began its sponsorship of the Fincastle Maintenance Trophy, an award that is competed for by aircrew from the Royal Air Forces of the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and which other country? Answer: New Zealand
Now known by its Māori name, which common New Zealand native was called "the parson bird" by earlier settlers? Answer: Tui
Since it’s the country’s national sport, it’s no surprise that New Zealand’s national team (the All Blacks) ranks in the top 3 worldwide (behind South Africa and France). Which contact sport do they play? Answer: Rugby
Lisa Carrington is New Zealand's most successful Olympian having won one Bronze medaland how many Gold medals? Answer: Five
Argentina's Valley of the Moon, Canada's Dinosaur Provincial Park, and New Zealand's Putangirua Pinnacles are some examples of what geographical feature marked by the erosion of soft, clay-rich soils into colorful cliffs and ravines? The best-known example is probably a U.S. National Park. Answer: Badlands
New Zealand’s dollar is commonly referred to as which bird that’s featured on the coin form of the currency? Answer: Kiwi
What Southern Hemisphere nation, still technically a British colony at the time, was the first to grant the right to vote to women in 1893? Answer: New Zealand
Which two All Blacks have been named "World Rugby Men's 15s Player of the Year" a record three times each? Answer: Daniel Carter and Richie McCaw
Which New Zealand island (now known by a similarly uncreative name) was called "Middle Island" in the late nineteenth century? Answer: South Island (Te Waipounamu)
As of 2013, which non-official language is the third most widely spoken in New Zealand? (Hint: It’s a Polynesian language and about half of all people who speak it live on two islands in the South Pacific) Answer: Samoan
Which city on New Zealand's South Island is the southernmost city to offer Lime scooters? Answer: Christchurch
On June 24, 2022, which stellar Māori New Year’s celebration was observed as a public holiday in New Zealand for the first time? Answer: Matariki
Presumably it is popular with Willie, Horatio, and Baby Face. The "Centre of New Zealand" walk, which leads to the starting point of an 1870 trigonometrical survey of the country, is in which South Island city? Answer: Nelson
Chip Hipkins ran unopposed to win 2023's election to lead New Zealand's Labour Party, setting him up to replace what outgoing Prime Minister? Answer: Jacinda Ardern
New Zealand Prime Minister Robert Muldoon famously called a snap general election when drunk that he ended up losing. In which year did he do this? Answer: 1984
Which worldwide known celebrity was born on April 17, 964 in the New Zealand capital of Wellington? Answer: Russell Crowe
What extinct genus, named after a southern hemisphere country, reached nearly 18kg, far bigger than the Canada goose and Cape Barren goose? These geese are sometimes named after the two islands they are found on Answer: New Zealand Goose
Which hardy stone that’s only found in New Zealand is a valuable part of Māori culture and often featured in carvings? (Hint: While most are green, different types range in color from pale white to red) Answer: Pounamu
The city of Auckland might be lively, but is built atop over 50 thankfully dormant versions of what naturally occurring structures? Answer: Volcanoes
What animal is found on the most New Zealand coins? This animal is usually found on the obverse or “front” of the coin. Answer: Human
What animal lends its name both to the famous rocky outcrop at Piha beach in West Auckland, and to the parent company of Steinlager and Speight's? Answer: Lion
Even though New Zealand are the holders, the 37th America’s Cup in 2024 will be held in which European city? Answer: Barcelona
Which of the two islands of New Zealand did Abel Tasman first sight when he became the first European to come upon them? (Tasman saw the island, and had a skirmish with Maori in canoes, but never set foot on either island.) Answer: South
In Māori, what New Zealand city actually has three names: Te Whanganui-a-Tara ("The Great Harbour of Tara"), Poneke (“Port Nick”), and Te Upoko-o-te-Ika-a-Maui (“The Head of the Fish of Maui”)? Answer: Wellington
You probably know the two most populated islands of New Zealand are the North Island and the South Island, but which island with a population of roughly 10,000 people is the third most populated? Answer: Waiheke Island
Robert Muldoon, David Lange, Jenny Shipley and James Bolger are former Prime Ministers of which southern hemisphere country? Answer: New Zealand
A now-extinct owl species called the laughing owl, scoundrel owl, white-faced owl, or whekau, lived on what island nation where the introduction of pests like the kiore (Pacific rat) has destabilized many native species populations? Answer: New Zealand
Based in Australia and New Zealand, name the cloud-based HR and payroll software company that shares its name with a furry red character on “Sesame Street.” Answer: ELMO Software
The legislative council, which served as the upper house of the New Zealand parliament, was abolished in which decade? Answer: 1950s
Before starring on television shows including “Battlestar Galactica,” “Spartacus: Blood and Sand,” and “My Life Is Murder,” New Zealander Lucy Lawless portrayed what iconic warrior on her namesake fantasy adventure series airing from 1995-2001? Answer: Xena
What New Zealand actor, after having played Eomer in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy and Leonard "Bones" McCoy in the reboot of the "Star Trek" franchise, entered the MCU as Skurge, Hela's Executioner in "Thor: Ragnarok"? Answer: Karl Urban
After a recent election, Christopher Luxon looks set to become the new Prime Minister of which English-speaking country? Answer: New Zealand
From 2018 until 2020, Simon Bridges served as the 12th leader of what center-right political party founded in 1936 and nicknamed the “Nats?” Answer: National Party
Although New Zealand are the holders, the 2024 Americas Cup match will be held in which European city? Answer: Barcelona
83. Niue ensures Internet access even in remote parts of the island with no electricity because it uses solar-powered Wi-Fi (Solarfi). What country does Niue neighbor (and is in free association with)? Answer: New Zealand
The intelligence-sharing alliance established in 1941 among the U.S., UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia is typically known as the Five what? Answer: Eyes
"Solar Power" is the name of a 2021 single by which regal New Zealand singer-songwriter, whose debut single in 2013 saw her become the youngest artist to have a song stay at number one in the U.S. for more than eight weeks? Answer: Lorde
The largest geyser in the world, Waimangu Geyser, was formed after the eruption of what volcano southeast of Rotorua in 1886? Answer: Tarawera
In terms of gold medals won, New Zealand’s best performance was at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. How many gold medals did they win at those games? Answer: Eight
What billionaire cofounder of PayPal was refused permission to build a bunker-like lodge in a remote area on New Zealand's South Island, after the local council decided it would impact the environment too much? Answer: Peter Thiel
What type of long gun gives its name to a series of battles and raids fought across New Zealand among Māori between 1807 and 1837 after Māori first obtained this firearm? Answer: Musket
Famous for her single “Royals”, the singer Lorde was born in which southern hemisphere country? Answer: New Zealand
New Zealand's longest glacier, second highest mountain, and fifth largest district council by land area are all named (in English) after what explorer? Answer: Abel Tasman (Tasman Glacier, Mount Tasman, Tasman District Council)
After Jim Bolger resigned in 1997, who was elected to replace him and became the first woman to become prime minister of New Zealand? Answer: Jenny Shipley
Of the top 10 cities in New Zealand based on population, how many of them are found on the South Island? Answer: Two
The slogan "It's your local?" is associated with what alliterative New Zealand building supply company? Answer: Hammer Hardware
Helen Clark, who was the administrator of the United Nations Development Program from 2009-2017, is a former Prime Minister of which Southern Hemisphere country? Answer: New Zealand
England cricket captain Ben Stokes was born in New Zealand, and his father Gerard represented New Zealand in which sport? Answer: Rugby League
What famous Kiwi was an opera singer that sang at the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana in 1981 for a global audience of over 600 million people? Answer: Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
Being held in the city of Auckland, what was the last year that New Zealand hosted the Commonwealth Games? Answer: 1990
What is the coffee drink, similar to a caffe latte but with a thinner, more velvety layer of foam, that was first described in Australia in the 1980s but is also claimed as a local invention by New Zealanders? Answer: Flat White
Finishing runner up in 2015 and 2019, who is the only country to have lost a Cricket World Cup final without winning one in another. This country is found in the Southern Hemisphere. Answer: New Zealand
What culinary fruit of the genus Actinidia, 90% of which is cultivated in New Zealand, is also known in English as the "Chinese gooseberry?" Answer: Kiwi
"Interviews with Some Vampires" was the subtitle of the short film that spawned what 2014 Taika Waititi mockumentary about vampire roommates in Wellington? Answer: What We Do in the Shadows
New Zealand is, unsurprisingly, named after another physical location. Zeeland is the least populous province in what European country? Answer: Netherlands
Bordered by territories controlled by Norway, Chile, and New Zealand, the largest territorial claim in Antarctica is controlled by what country, which is relatively close geographically? Answer: Australia
When the New Zealand coat of arms was redesigned in 1956, Attorney-General Jack Marshall, who headed the redesign committee, requested that the female figure be redrawn to resemble what beautiful and technically royal actress? Answer: Grace Kelly
He also spent 106 matches as assistant coach. Who has the record for most games as head coach of the All Blacks, with 109? Answer: Steve Hansen
Because it features a shape that resembles a traditionally woven "skep," the Executive Wing of New Zealand Parliament Buildings is often referred to by what name? Answer: The Beehive
Blue Lake and the Emerald Lakes are both beautiful bodies of water that are formerly craters created by what compound volcano on the New Zealand's North Island? Answer: Mount Tongariro
As of June 2019 estimates, there are three cities in New Zealand with a population of at least 200,000. Name the LEAST populous of these three cities. Answer: Wellington
In April 2006, a parliamentary bill was passed that established a third official language of New Zealand, joining English and Māori. What was this third language? Answer: New Zealand Sign Language
Nick Nash, the Auckland native who recently won the first season of "RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under" performs under what stage name that's a pun on the name of a recreational drug? Answer: Kita Mean
Its name meaning "the river cut short", which Waikato town is known both for being "The Rose Town of New Zealand", and as hometown of the Finn Brothers? Answer: Te Awamutu
The Kiwi classic Goodbye Pork Pie takes place in towns and cities throughout New Zealand. In which city does the movie end, with protagonist John reuniting with his ex-girlfriend Sue? Answer: Invercargill
In 2005 who became the second New Zealand golfer (after Sir Bob Charles) to win a major championship? Answer: Michael Campbell
Who holds the record for both youngest All Black and youngest player of any nationality to play in a Rugby World Cup final? Answer: Jonah Lomu
What are the two words inscribed on the Victoria Cross, which is the highest award for military bravery given to soldiers from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and other Commonwealth countries? Answer: For Valour
Going on to become a CEO of Fairfax Media, who was the captain of the All Blacks when the won the first ever Rugby World Cup in 1987? Answer: David Kirk
Anzac Day, an April 25th celebration of Australian and New Zealander national identity, celebrates the landings of national troops on a Turkish peninsula with what name in World War I? Answer: Gallipoli
When Cindy Kiro being sworn in in 2021, how many years was the term of New Zealand’s Governor-general? Answer: Five
Which deepwater aquatic animal found over 600 meters below sea level and named for its gelatinous appearance when pulled to the surface, was first discovered off New Zealand in 2003? Often the bycatch of bottom-trawling fishing, there are estimated to be fewer than 450 specimens left in the wild. Answer: Smoothhead blobfish
The only owl that the International Ornithological Committee recognizes as having a single word name, the morepork (scientific name Ninox novaeseelandiae) is native to which two island countries? Answer: Australia and New Zealand
In 2018, New Zealand TV hosts Jono and Ben staged a prank involving a Lime scooter being ridden by a tall, blonde lookalike of what pop singer? Answer: Taylor Swift
What is the title of New Zealand filmmaker Peter Jackson's colorized documentary about the First World War, which was released in 2018, to coincide with the centenary of the war's end? Answer: They Shall Not Grow Old
The second largest city on the South Island of New Zealand after Christchurch, Dunedin takes its name from the Gaelic for which British city? Answer: Edinburgh
Used for herding sheep, the huntaway originates in which island country? Answer: New Zealand
When a newer version of the 50c coin in New Zealand was introduced in 2006, a second object was added to the reverse of the coin along with the HMS Endeavour. The new object is in the background and is a geologic formation. What is it? Answer: Mount Taranaki
The women figure in New Zealand's official coat of arms was somewhat based off of what American actress when it was designed in the 1950s? Answer: Grace Kelly
The only one of Sacramento’s sister cities that is found in the Southern Hemisphere is a city called Hamilton. In which country is it found in? Answer: New Zealand
Although they lost the game to South Africa, which All Blacks player scored the only try of the match in the 2023 Rugby World Cup Final? Answer: Beauden Barrett
Valerie Adams was awarded the silver medal at the 2012 London Olympics ceremony, but was upgraded to the gold after the competition's initial winner, an athlete from what Eastern European country, failed two drug tests? Answer: Belarus
What is the name of the "headland" in the Wellington region of New Zealand with a population of 549 people? The area is most well-known for the first permanent lighthouse in New Zealand which was constructed in 1859. Answer: Pencarrow
Having come over from the old pound, shilling, and pence system, in which year did New Zealand adopt the dollar and change to decimal currency? Answer: 1967
Born with the given names Keneti James Fitzgerald, which famous actor was born in Auckland, New Zealand on June 17, 1997? Answer: KJ Apa
Seven players are considered "Silver Fern Centurions" having played over 100 international games of netball for New Zealand. Five of these players were born in New Zealand, but what country were the other two born in? Answer: South Africa
Make no mistake about it, the fault line between New Zealand’s North and South Island that separates the Australian and Pacific tectonic plates shares its name with which animated resident of Jellystone Park? Answer: Boo Boo
The New Zealand-born Nobel laureate physicist Maurice Wilkins is likely best known for his important work on understanding the structure of what molecule? Answer: DNA
In what year did New Zealand become the first country to grant women the right to vote? Answer: 1893
What award-winning novel about three isolated loners by Keri Hulme became the first novel by a New Zealand writer to win the prestigious Booker Prize? Answer: The Bone People
Who won New Zealand’s first ever Winter Olympics medal, with a silver in the Women’s Slalom skiing at Albertvill in 1992? Answer: Annelise Coberger
Almost everyone knows that the "Lord of the Rings" and "Hobbit" trilogies were filmed in New Zealand, but what series of fantasy novels had the first two books filmed there? Answer: Chronicles of Narnia
What name was given to the late 19th-century movement in New Zealand aimed at encouraging abstinence from alcohol? Answer: Temperance movement
Which island situated in the Foveaux Strait is the location of New Zealand’s tallest lighthouse? This island shares its name with a pet. Answer: Dog Island
As its full name indicates, it operates both in the U.S. and globally. Which multinational insurance corporation has sponsored both The Women's Open in golf, and the New Zealand national rugby team? Answer: American International Group (AIG)
FRACO and FRANZCO are the specialist qualification to practice ophthalmology in what pair of neighboring nations? Answer: Australia and New Zealand
The Waikato River is the longest river of which island nation of the Southern hemisphere? Answer: New Zealand
New Zealand's ground-dwelling Kakapo is the only species of what type of bird to lack the power of flight? Answer: Parrot
During World War II, New Zealander Charles Upham twice earned the highest military award available to Commonwealth citizens. Namely, what regal bling that's equivalent to the American Medal of Honor? Answer: Victoria Cross
New Zealand sent forces to join the Commonwealth military during the guerilla war known as the "Emergency" fought in what country from 1948 to 1960? What was either the country's name at the time or its current name? Answer: Malaya or Malaysia
On July 10, 1985, Greenpeace’s ship, the Rainbow Warrior, was sabotaged by French eco-terrorists and sank in what Auckland body of water? Answer: Waitemata Harbor
He had an element named after him and created an experiment using gold leaf to hypothesize about atomic structure. Ernest Rutherford was born in which southern hemisphere country? Answer: New Zealand
What famous New Zealand Modernist artist (1908 - 1970), owned a house on Sydney Street, Wellington, which became a home for artists on yearly tenure after her death? Answer: Rita Angus
Jack Lovelock famously won an Olympic medal in athletics in the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Over what distance did he win his medal? Answer: 1500 meters
Māori culture originated from Eastern Polynesian culture as Polynesian seafarers were the first humans to set foot on the islands of New Zealand. Based on the most up-to-date research, in what century did the Polynesians arrive in New Zealand? Answer: 13th century
Airing from 2015 to 2018, what was the name of the television show in which popular columnist George Turner moves to a fictional New Zealand seaside town named Weld where his interactions with the locals form the plot of the show? Answer: 800 Words
In 2021, Team New Zealand won the Americas Cup for the fourth time, defeating a boat from which European country? Answer: Italy
New Zealand became a British colony in 1841. However, it was a Dutch explorer who recorded the first sightings of the islands by Europeans nearly 200 years before that. What was his name? Answer: Abel Tasman
Whose 24-hour flying visit in October 1966 represented the first visit to New Zealand by a sitting U.S. President? Answer: Lyndon B. Johnson
At 1,757 meters long, what is the longest bridge in New Zealand? Answer: Rakaia River Bridge
If you’re trekking across Island Cliff’s Alps 2 Ocean Trail, you’ll see some big limestone rocks that resemble which animal (the largest living mammals on Earth)? Answer: Elephant
Brewed by Lion Breweries. Speight’s Original holds the honor of being the highest selling beer from which southern hemisphere country? Answer: New Zealand
One of the most significant Māori statesmen in the first half of the 20th century, who’s face appears on the New Zealand 50 dollar note? Answer: Sir Apirana Ngata
Jane Campion, who became the first woman to be nominated for the Best Director Oscar twice (for "The Power of the Dog"), was born in which country? Answer: New Zealand
What three letters are associated with the national stock exchange in New Zealand? These letters are also found on their stock indices. Answer: NZX
New Zealand-born Phil Keoghan has hosted The Amazing Race since its inception in 2001, but he is also the host of what other CBS reality competition show that debuted in 2020? Answer: Tough As Nails
Ted Morgan, New Zealand’s first ever Olympic gold medalist, won his medal in Amsterdam in 1928 in which sport? Answer: Boxing

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F lights in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand faced disruptions and cancellations after a volcanic eruptions sent ash plumes into the sky, with authorities warning they could continue for “weeks to months”.

On Thursday August 22, at least 10 fights were cancelled and three were delayed from both Tauranga and Rotorua Airports, which mostly serve domestic Air New Zealand journeys, following the eruption of Whakaari White Island volcano. It appears that the flight schedule has now gone back to normal.

"We are continuing to monitor the situation to determine whether any further flights in or out of Rotorua will be impacted and advise customers travelling today to check the Air NZ app or our website for the latest information on their flight,” a spokesperson from the airline told AFP Thursday.

"The decision to cancel or delay flights this morning was a proactive safety measure."

Whakaari White Island is itself a volcano that is found around 48km from the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand in the Bay of Plenty.

The island was once a popular tourist destination until it was shut off to the public after a disaster in 2019 when it erupted and killed 22 people who were visiting the island.

The volcano had begun “near continuous minor eruptive activity” on 9 August with “minor amounts of volcanic ash in the steam and gas plume”, GNS Science , a research institute that has been monitoring the volcano, said.

The institute added that this could continue for weeks to months. The Bay of Plenty Civil Defense said in a statement on Thursday that “changes in wind direction may affect aviation.”

“Stay in touch with your airline if you have flights planned, but the advice to our communities is the same.”

“Follow the advice of the harbourmaster and keep a distance of 2 nautical miles from the island if you are out on the water,” they added.

Footage taken of the volcano by the MetService and GNS suggests that the increased amount of ash in the plume is coming from a new active vent around 10-15m in length.

While westerly winds have been mostly pushing the ash away from the mainland, a northerly wind pushed the plume towards the Bay of Plenty overnight, causing the ash to be a risk to any flights due to fly in the path, New Zealand’s MetService meteorologist Mathapelo Makgabutlane told 1News.

“As the weather changes the plume may at times be blown towards the Bay of Plenty coast,” GNS wrote in their monitoring update. “However, with the current levels of ash emission, there is a very low likelihood of ash impacting the mainland.”

New Zealand raised its volcanic alert level earlier this month to three, which is a minor eruption, out of a maximum of five levels.

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Fresh from winning the 2023 iteration of the competition with a record 30-0 victory over Australia in Hamilton, the Kiwis will get the chance to defend their title and host the Kangaroos and Mate Ma’a Tonga in Christchurch and Auckland respectively.

The Kiwis’ clash against Australia on October 27 will also see international rugby league return to Christchurch for the first time since 2019, when New Zealand defeated Great Britain 23-8 at Rugby League Park.

That clash will also serve as a double-header, as the Kiwi Ferns also host the Jillaroos at the same venue on the same day.

While the Kiwis will end a five-year wait to return to Christchurch, the Kiwi Ferns will end a streak that dates back to 1998 in their test comeback in the garden city.

Like their male counterparts, the Kiwi Ferns also claimed their title in 2023 with a 12-6 victory over the Jillaroos at Melbourne’s AAMI Park last October.

Six days later, the Kiwis will take the field at Go Media Stadium against Tonga, in a rematch of New Zealand’s 26-6 victory from 2022.

Tonga’s presence in Auckland will be a huge boon for rugby league in Aotearoa, with Go Media Stadium having previously seen swarms of fans support their team, notably during the 2017 Rugby League World Cup.

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Samoa, who contested the Championship in 2023, will be missing from this year’s iteration, and will instead face England in two tests away from home.

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228 New Zealand Trivia Questions (Ranked From Easiest to Hardest)
New Zealand trivia questions are perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about this fascinating country.
Quiz: New Zealand where should I visit
From thrilling adventures to extreme relaxation - a holiday to New Zealand has something for everyone. Take this quiz to find out where you should be travelling to next. Ah, New Zealand. Home to breathtaking natural landscapes, an incredible Māori culture, world-class skiing and of course, Lord of the Rings. But when you're visiting a ...
Quiz: Can you identify these New Zealand towns and cities?
As the push for more and more local tourism continues, we thought it would be a good chance to quiz our Newshub travellers on New Zealand's towns and cities using the same Google Street View method.
Tourism Nz Flashcards
Tourism Nz. STUDY. Flashcards. Learn. Write. Spell. Test. PLAY. Match. Gravity. Created by. Lexuss_03. Carolines exam revision. Terms in this set (23) What is The Tiaki Promise? To care for people, land, place and culture. What is Tourism? The temporary movement of people to destinations outside their normal places of work and residence,
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Tourism Fundamentals Exam Revision Flashcards
Study with Quizlet and memorise flashcards containing terms like What is tourism?, Name the 3 hotspots in NZ during the early stages of tourism, Name somethings that happened to domestic tourism since the 1900s and others.
Take the Right Fit Quiz!
The Right Fit Quiz has been designed to help match your interests with a career in Aotearoa's diverse Tourism and Hospitality industries. Maybe you're suited to becoming an Adventure Guide, a Chef, or a Social Media Marketing Executive? There is a job out there you can fall in love with.
Tourism in NZ Flashcards
Study with Quizlet and memorise flashcards containing terms like inhabitant, long-haul, campaign and others.
Cities and Towns of New Zealand Map Quiz
Can you name the Cities and Towns of New Zealand? Test your knowledge on this geography quiz and compare your score to others. Quiz by sleepyowlbear
Herald afternoon quiz: August 24
Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz. Share your score with friends, family, & colleagues, and find out who has the sharpest mind. Be sure to check back on nzherald.co.nz for ...
NZ tourism industry
NZ tourism industry quiz for 10th grade students. Find other quizzes for Specialty and more on Quizizz for free!
Herald morning quiz: August 20
Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz. Share your score with friends, family, & colleagues, and find out who has the sharpest mind. Be sure to check back on nzherald.co.nz for today ...
Waiheke Island facing most acute housing crisis of anywhere in New Zealand
In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, Health NZ in the firing line, bowel cancer screening concern, and new Mpox variant spreads to Asia. Residents and business owners on Auckland's ...
Tourism Y10 Flashcards
Tourism that has a zero negative impact on local people and the environment. Tourism that caters for thrill seekers. Tourism that is sensitive to the ecological needs of an area. The amount of change brought on an area by tourism. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like attraction, Activity, Package tour and more.
Travel quiz: Which airline was named the world's best for 2024?
Best of New Zealand; Best of the Pacific; Bucket-list places to eat; Family-friendly holidays; ... Travel quiz: Which airline was named the world's best for 2024? August 23, 2024 — 5.00am.
Herald morning quiz: August 23
Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz. Share your score with friends, family, & colleagues, and find out who has the sharpest mind. Be sure to check back on nzherald.co.nz for today ...
Flights cancelled after volcano erupts in New Zealand
The Independent has contacted Air New Zealand for comment. For more travel news and advice, listen to Simon Calder's podcast. The Independent is the world's most free-thinking news brand ...
Tourism101 Flashcards
Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Introduction of O-L-D, Maximizing customer satisfaction, Effective demand and more.
America's Cup: Team NZ stay undefeated in Barcelona
Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli were forced to retire early in their opening race, handing Emirates Team New Zealand the win. Video / Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup Barcelona Of their three wins in the ...
Rugby league: Kiwis to host Australia, Tonga as Pacific
The Kiwis' clash against Australia on October 27 will also see international rugby league return to Christchurch for the first time since 2019, when New Zealand defeated Great Britain 23-8 at ...